Construction Planner

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Paid annual leave

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Construction Planner to join a prominent infrastructure team delivering projects around Queenstown. You will develop, coordinate and monitor master schedules, working with project managers, engineers and site teams to ensure on-time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of planning experience, a Bachelor's in CM/CE, and advanced skills in Primavera P6 and MS Project. A hybrid work model combines remote planning with occasional on-site assessments in the Queenstown

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM or CE.
• 5–7 years of experience in construction planning and scheduling.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and sequencing.
• Hybrid work model with on-site Queenstown visits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain master schedules and construction sequences for multiple projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site teams to define scope and milestones.
• Identify critical path activities and scheduling risks.
• Prepare progress reports highlighting variances and delays.
• Assist in development of recovery plans when behind schedule.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and integrate schedules into the master plan.

Skills

Scheduling software

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent infrastructure development company, is seeking a skilled Construction Planner to join their team, contributing to projects primarily in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape region. This role is essential for developing, coordinating, and monitoring project schedules to ensure timely and efficient project completion. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and resource allocation, coupled with expertise in project planning software. You will collaborate closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to create realistic and achievable construction schedules, identify potential delays, and propose mitigation strategies. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of significant construction and infrastructure projects, impacting the development of the Eastern Cape. The role requires a blend of on-site understanding and strategic planning capabilities, necessitating a hybrid working model.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed master schedules and construction sequences for multiple projects.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site teams to gather input and define project scope and milestones.
• Identify critical path activities and potential scheduling conflicts or risks.
• Develop resource-loaded schedules, considering labour, equipment, and material requirements.
• Monitor project progress against the baseline schedule, updating the schedule regularly.
• Prepare regular progress reports, highlighting variances, potential delays, and proposed solutions.
• Assist in the development of recovery plans when projects fall behind schedule.
• Liaise with subcontractors to coordinate their schedules and ensure integration into the master plan.
• Utilize project management and planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) effectively.
• Conduct site visits as needed to assess progress and validate schedule updates for projects in the Queenstown area.
• Provide analysis of schedule impacts for proposed changes or variations.
• Contribute to the development of tender schedules during the bidding phase.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in construction planning and scheduling.
• Proven experience with major construction and infrastructure projects.
• Advanced proficiency in project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 and MS Project is essential.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and logic relationships.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and forecasting skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across different teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Must be comfortable with a Hybrid work arrangement, involving both remote planning and occasional on-site assessments in the Queenstown vicinity.
• Experience in claims preparation and delay analysis is an advantage.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience. Benefits include comprehensive medical aid and a retirement fund. We provide excellent opportunities for professional development, including access to advanced planning software training and support for professional certifications. Enjoy a collaborative work environment where your contributions to project success are highly valued. This role includes paid annual leave and the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. Join a company committed to delivering complex projects and fostering employee growth.